District Lab Engineering Technician

Job

Location:

Minot, ND

Salary Range: $4,505.00 to $5,587.00 Monthly

Employment Type:

Full-Time (Regular)

FLSA Status:
Nonexempt

Shape the Future of Transportation with the North Dakota Department of Transportation!

Are you ready to make a real impact? The North Dakota Department of Transportation is looking for dedicated and skilled professionals to join our team. This is your chance to play a vital role in creating safe, efficient, and innovative transportation solutions that serve communities across our state. We uphold the values of professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence in everything we do.

If you're seeking a rewarding career with purpose, we encourage you to apply today!

• Engineering Technician IV: $5,587 per month*
• Engineering Technician III: $5,008 per month
• Engineering Technician II: $4,505 per month

* We're looking for someone with all types of knowledge and skill level related to Engineering Technology/Highway Construction skills to join our team! Salary is dependent on experience.

Aggregate, Bituminous, Concrete, Soil Assurance Testing

Perform Independent Assurance Laboratory and field testing.

Prepare clear and accurate testing results and maintain proper records.

Evaluate sampling and testing procedures and equipment checks.

Maintain frequent contact with the Materials Coordinator regarding equipment, requirements, specifications, certifications, testing results, etc.

Asphalt Mix Design Verification

Verify the specific gravities of each aggregate component from samples supplied by the Contractor.

Run sieve analysis of each aggregate component and compare results with Contractor results.

Determine if all gradation and physical property tests meet the required tolerances.

Conduct Rice and bulk specific gravity tests to calculate air void content.

Determine optimum asphalt content of the mixture and determine if it meets the required tolerances.

TCP Training and Other Duties

Ensure personnel located in QC/QA testing laboratories are fully qualified and capable of conducting the appropriate sampling and testing procedures.

Achieve and maintain Examiner material testing certification.

Administer exams and qualify testing personnel as required in the FS & TM and maintain proper records.

Perform milestone and miscellaneous coring of roadways within the district boundaries.

Assist Project Personnel

Show new employees testing procedures, frequency of tests, forms and reporting, and filing test results.

District & Field Lab Certification

Calibration and maintenance of all testing and engineering equipment.

Issue and check proper care and use of field laboratory and survey equipment.

Monitor equipment records to indicate all repairs and calibration dates for all testing equipment.

Maintain equipment inventory and calibration records.

Assure all other laboratory equipment used on location is calibrated properly.

Perform inspection of field labs.

Engineering Technician IV – at least six years of work experience related to the engineering technician duties listed. College-level coursework and/or degree in an engineering or related field reflecting the required abilities may be substituted for required work experience on a year-for-year basis. Materials testing is preferred.

Engineering Technician III – at least four years of work experience related to the engineering technician duties listed. College-level coursework and/or degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Materials testing is preferred.

Engineering Technician II – at least two years of work experience related to the engineering technician duties listed. College-level coursework and/or degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Materials testing is preferred.

At any level, ability to work in all types of weather on uneven or slippery surfaces, lift up to 50 pounds, carry several items totalling 50 pounds, and valid North Dakota Class D driver’s license to travel to project locations is required.

We are looking for someone passionate about construction and engineering, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).

Employment of the selected candidate will be contingent on satisfactorily completing the interview process, required medical screening and reference check.

Submit an application .gov/careers by 11:59 P.M. CST on the closing date. Application materials, including resume and cover letter, must clearly explain how experience and education relate to the minimum qualifications and job duties.*

* Candidates will be scored on a 100-point candidate questionnaire to be considered for interviews. Application materials, including resumes and attachments, are not considered in the 100-point candidate questionnaire. Applicants must provide detail in their responses to the questionnaire.

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